Remote Camp Head Cook & Kitchen Leader

Nana Management Services, LLC; Alaska; Remote; USD 55,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

NMS Camp Services in Alaska seeks a head cook to manage kitchen staff in a remote camp environment. You will train and lead up to 30 on-site staff, ensure food quality, and uphold safety standards in a challenging, remote setting.

Ideal candidates have Alaska-specific food worker credentials, at least five years of high-volume cooking experience, and the ability to work independently within demanding conditions. The role requires long 12-hour shifts and dormitory living per site rules.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED with formal training or equivalent experience.
• Minimum five years of directly related restaurant cooking experience in high-volume environments.
• Ability to train others and multitask effectively.
• Must pass pre-employment requirements including hair follicle drug test, physical and fit-for-duty assessment, and hearing test.

Responsibilities

• Develop recipes based on type of food and apply personal cooking knowledge.
• Cook or prepare food according to recipes.
• Prepare, cook, and serve meats, sauces, vegetables, soups, and other foods.
• Carve meats.
• Maintain cleanliness, sanitation, and organization of work areas.
• Maintain strong client and employee communications to improve service quality.
• Adhere to safety policies and procedures and train staff on safety.

Skills

Staff supervision

Food safety

Education

Alaska Food Workers Card

ServSafe Certification

High School Diploma / GED

Job description

NMS Camp Services in Alaska seeks a head cook to manage kitchen staff in a remote camp environment. You will train and lead up to 30 on-site staff, ensure food quality, and uphold safety standards in a challenging, remote setting.

Ideal candidates have Alaska-specific food worker credentials, at least five years of high-volume cooking experience, and the ability to work independently within demanding conditions. The role requires long 12-hour shifts and dormitory living per site rules.